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Tacrolimus causes fewer acute rejections than cyclosporin A in kidney transplants but doesn't necessarily improve kidney function after one year; cardiovascular risks and side effects vary between the two drugs.
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Neurosteroids help regulate oxytocin levels, especially during stress and pregnancy, to protect against premature labor.
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